Temperatures look to quickly drop off into the teens over the next couple of hours with another chilly evening ahead. Low temperatures will at least be above the single digits! Many of us seeing temperatures bottom out in the lower teens. Increasing cloud cover overnight in Cape Girardeau along with a chance for fog as we get closer to sunrise….
(KBSI) Route V in Bollinger County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway. This section of roadway is located from Route C to County Road 624 near Advance, Missouri. Weather permitting, work will take place Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 7:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area. Route BB in…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Firefighters responded to a residential structure fire Wednesday afternoon at a two-story home in Cape Girardeau, officials said. The Cape Girardeau Fire Department was dispatched at 12:27 p.m. Jan. 28 to the intersection of William Street and Pacific Street for a report of a house fire. Crews arrived within two minutes and reported smoke coming…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KBSI) – College students are speaking out after they say the winter weather is creating some safety concerns. As of yesterday, class was back in session for SEMO’s Cape campus, but students tell me they’re not so sure it should be after they expressed concern over icy conditions. Hunter Heimburger is a student at Southeast Missouri State University,…
LIVINGSTON COUNTY, Ky., (KBSI) — A Salem man was arrested Wednesday after deputies responded to reports of multiple vehicles and structures being damaged with spray paint, authorities said. According to the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the Salem area about 10:30 a.m. Jan. 28. An investigation led to the arrest of 43-year-old Richard T. Watson of Salem….
BENTON, Ky., (KBSI) — The Benton Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a person suspected of stealing a charity donation box from a local convenience store. Police said the individual was captured on video taking a donation box containing money from the store. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Benton…
DONIPHAN, Mo., (KBSI) — A pregnant dog rescued from a rural property in southeast Missouri has safely given birth to a litter of nine puppies, officials with Animal Rescue Corps said. The mother dog is recovering and regaining strength after delivering the puppies while in the care of Animal Rescue Corps’ team at the organization’s rescue center near Nashville, Tennessee….
LONDON, Ky., (KBSI) — The Kentucky State Police Post 11 in London is asking for the public’s help locating a man wanted on drug and DUI charges. Police said Casey Russelburg is wanted on charges of possession of a controlled substance and driving under the influence. He is described as having a clover tattoo on his wrist. Anyone with information…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Firefighters responded to a residential structure fire early Wednesday at a vacant home in Cape Girardeau, officials said. The Cape Girardeau Fire Department was dispatched at 6:22 a.m. Jan. 28 to a reported fire at 256 S. Benton Ave. Initial reports indicated flames and heavy smoke coming from the second floor of the two-story structure….
SIKESTON, Mo., (KBSI) — Three people were injured in a structure fire late Tuesday night in Sikeston, including two who were later flown to a specialty burn unit, authorities said. The Sikeston Department of Public Safety responded to the fire late Tuesday, Jan. 27, at a residence in the 600 block of East Gladys. Officers arriving on scene reported heavy…
BENTON, Ky., (KBSI)— The Benton Police Department said the roadway in the 2600 block of Main Street has reopened. Police had earlier advised drivers to seek alternate routes while the area was closed. No additional details were immediately released. Categories: News Tags: benton, Benton Police Department, Kentucky, Main Street, Pepsi, Pepsi Truck, Road Open
PADUCAH, Ky., (KBSI) — Barkley Regional Airport said flights are operating as scheduled despite winter weather conditions. According to officials, Contour Airlines staff reported no disruptions to flights as of the latest update. Airport crews remain on site and are closely monitoring weather conditions. Officials said passengers will be notified directly by Contour Airlines if any changes occur. Travelers are…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — City of Carbondale City Manager Stan Reno has appointed Jay Crippen as the city’s new fire chief, effective Feb. 1, 2026. Crippen brings more than 27 years of fire service experience to the role, including 24 years with the Carbondale Fire Department. A lifelong Carbondale resident, he is a graduate of Southern Illinois University–Carbondale, where he…
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ill., (KBSI) — Multiple law enforcement agencies in southern Illinois are searching for suspects involved in a bank burglary reported early Tuesday morning in Washington County. According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the Ashley Farmers and Merchants Bank around 3:50 a.m. after a burglary was reported. Officers with the Nashville Police Department also…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Cape Girardeau County officials are seeking volunteers to serve on the American Red Cross Disaster Action Team, citing an urgent need for local responders. Cape Girardeau County Emergency Management, in partnership with the American Red Cross, will host a Disaster Action Team training session Saturday, Feb. 21. The training will be held from 9 a.m….
MARION, Ill., (KBSI) — The City of Marion Police Department recognized two employees during a Marion City Council meeting Tuesday night, officials said. Police Chief David Fitts presented awards to Detective Summar Albright, who was named Officer of the Year, and dispatcher Trever Williams, who was named Dispatcher of the Year. Department officials said Albright was recognized for her dedication,…
SCOTT CITY, Mo., (KBSI) — An awning collapsed at the Phillips 66 gas station in Scott City due to the weight of snow, officials said. Both the Scott City Fire Department and Scott City Police Department responded to the scene. Fire Chief Shawn Jackson said no one was injured and nothing was beneath the awning at the time it collapsed. Jackson…
(KBSI) Route V in Bollinger County will be closed as Missouri Department of Transportation crews replace a culvert under the roadway. This section of roadway is located from Route C to County Road 624 near Advance, Missouri. Weather permitting, work will take place Wednesday, Feb. 4 from 7:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. The work zone will be marked with signs. Motorists are urged to use extreme caution while traveling near the area. Route BB in…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) – While major highways are looking mostly clear, some area back roads and county roads are still looking a little rough. The Cape Special Road District shares updates on the County Roads they cover. “Right now, our roads are predominantly partly covered and that’s pretty thin partly covered, in the shady areas that are still mostly…
Cold temperatures continue across the Heartland, with overnight temperatures expected in the single digits once again. Overnight lows will be close to zero, and even below zero for a few of our northern counties. Mostly cloudy this evening in Cape Girardeau with chances of fog possible through the overnight hours. Outside of a foggy start to the day, StormCast continues…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Saint Francis Healthcare System will host a pop-up blood drive Wednesday, Jan. 28, in partnership with the American Red Cross due to a severe blood shortage. The blood drive will be held from 7 a.m. to noon at Saint Francis Medical Center’s Wellness Conference Center, Entrance 8. Walk-ins will be accepted throughout the morning. Hospital…
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Firefighters with the Cape Girardeau Fire Department took part in a family tradition to honor the memory of a firefighter’s child, officials said. The department said crews joined Driver/Operator Chad Williams in making snow angels to honor his son, O, who died previously. The tradition is a way for the family to remember and honor…
(Video sourced: WFCN News: Swinford Media Group) WEST FRANKFORT, Ill., (KBSI) — Firefighters from eight agencies battled frigid temperatures while responding to a house fire early Tuesday morning in West Frankfort. The fire broke out at a home in the 400 block of South Parkhill Street. Upon arrival, crews reported heavy flames coming from the front of the residence. No…
CARBONDALE, Ill., (KBSI) — Officers with the City of Carbondale Police Department spent part of a snow day interacting with students from Southern Illinois University, officials said. Police officers Rachel Evrard and Max Cohen were seen outdoors with students amid snowy conditions, sharing laughs and taking part in winter activities. The department encouraged residents to stay safe and make the…